LocationCity of Lakes Family Health Team has 4 sites throughout the region including sites at: Sudbury, Val Caron, Chelmsford and Walden. Sudbury and Val Caron to be the main sites, but visits to the other sites may be required.Employment18-Month Contract, Full-TimeHours37.5 hours/week Monday to FridayApplication DeadlineFriday, November 20, 2026Are you a compassionate and resourceful Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in primary care?Join the City of Lakes Family Health Team, where you'll be part of a dynamic interprofessional team dedicated to collaboration, innovation, and delivering exceptional patient-centered care.Why Join Us?CoLFHT delivers comprehensive, team-based primary care designed to support our patients. You will join a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to improving access to comprehensive primary care across Greater Sudbury. Our Social Workers practice to their full scope within an interdisciplinary environment that values patient-centered care. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while helping shape and enhance social work services within our organization.Responsibilities:Provide brief assessments and therapeutic interventionsProficient in assessment, psychotherapy and psychological counseling techniques including CBT, SFT, motivational interviewing for working with individuals, couples, families and communitiesSupport patients through counseling, education, and outreachDemonstrated ability to form and maintain helping relationships with patients.Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Healthcare Consent Act,



Substitute Decisions Act and community mental health resources; Establish collaborative treatment planning and goal setting with patientsConduct home visits and community outreachParticipate in case reviews and team discussionsEducate patients, families, and staff on psychosocial health and prevention strategiesStay current with best practices and share knowledge with the teamCreate and support pathways that facilitate the social worker working to their full scope of practiceAbility to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary teamBe a part of our Patient Navigation program, lead by our Patient NavigatorHelp patients access community and social servicesAdvocate on behalf of patients with external agenciesStrengthen communication between community partners and our care teamRefer patients to the program for supports accessing financial supports, housing, legal aid, and social servicesBuild capacity among providers to identify and support patient navigationProgram Development & EvaluationDevelop tools and guidelines to support best practicesCollaborate with our Quality Improvement team to measure impactEnhance EMR functionality to support navigation and trackingParticipate in data collection and program evaluationWhat We OfferA supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environmentA collaborative team culture that fosters learning, innovation and a shared purposeOpportunities for professional growth, leadership,



and continuing educationA chance to make a lasting impact in the Greater Sudbury communityQualificationsBachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited institutionMinimum 3 years of relevant experienceRegistered and in valuable standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service WorkersExperienced in social work interventions and strategies to assist clients or families to achieve optimum psychosocial and social functioningWorking knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Healthcare Consent Act, Substitute Decisions Act and community mental health resourcesExperience in providing one‐on‐one supports to individuals with diversity in income, education, ability, and mental health statusExcellent verbal and written communication. Listening, organizational, multi-tasking and problem‐solving skills.Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of community-based resourcesDemonstrable knowledge of financial matters affecting low‐income people, including income security programs and policies, tax systems, access to financial services, and other income support programs such as WSIB and private insurance companies.Previous experience brokering social support services between agenciesExperience in the development of educational materials for health providers and patientsExperience with data collection, research and quality improvementExperience with a electronic medical records system is an assetDemonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi‐disciplinary team environmentBilingual in French and English considered an assetWhile we thank all applicants, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.We are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees!

📌 Social Worker (Alton)
🏢 City of Lakes Family Health Team
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